1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 641 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1959 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Atos | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Atos | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
